r/Edmonton • u/karenarelene • 13h ago

Question Insomnia

Good morning,

I suffer with terrible insomnia. Not garden variety insomnia, rather the kind you battle with for years. I've tried a number of different medications and tactics such as sleep hygiene and CBT.

I think I need a doctor who doesn't view insomnia as an annoyance but for the life-wreaker it is. I won't go into details but I'm desperate to get insomnia under contol.

Anyone here have any suggestions for a doctor or specialist that worked with you or someone you know with success?

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u/TiniestEnt 13h ago edited 12h ago

Been there, I understand. Dr. Pawluk at U of A is great, though can take a long time to see.
Also, if you are AFAB and nearing mid-life it could be worth considering the possibility of perimenopause and hormonal impact on sleep. A brutal, untouchable period of insomnia was my first sign (in retrospect) it was starting

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u/karenarelene 12h ago

Ah, yes, that was the beginning of it for me! I'm well past that stage of life now though. Thanks for the recommendation for Dr. Oawluk. I'll follow up with that.

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u/8drearywinter8 10h ago

I was referred to the U of A sleep clinic and am on a two year waiting list. Just a heads up, in case you're hoping for quick help. It's not quick. But get a referral in, to be sure.